CONTACT
230 West Monroe Street, Suite 1900
Chicago, Illinois 60606
Tel: 312.279.6913
Fax: 312.899.8003
Email: stevelane@lane-lane.com
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SUMMARY
Stephen I. Lane / Lane & Lane, LLC
As the managing partner of Chicago law firm Lane & Lane, LLC, Stephen I. Lane has nearly 40 years of experience representing clients who have been harmed by the actions of others. Mr. Lane focuses primarily on litigation, displaying a fierce commitment to justice in the courtroom. His dedication to the highest legal standards has resulted in numerous awards and recognitions, including the highest rating of AV Preeminent from Martindale-Hubbell and an Avvo rating of Superb.
Mr. LaneÂ’s personal injury experience covers motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, product liability, premises liability, professional malpractice and wrongful death. In addition to car, truck and motorcycle accidents, he has represented clients and families regarding airplane and helicopter crashes, railroad accidents and other mass transit catastrophes. Mr. Lane is particularly knowledgeable when it comes to brain injuries. He understands the potential long-term consequences that even a seemingly minor brain injury can pose regarding client suffering, ongoing medical expenses and the loss of income.
This knowledge and experience comes in extremely useful in medical malpractice cases. Mr. Lane is skilled in presenting complex medical information to juries in a way that is easy to understand. He has seen many times how a surgical error or missed diagnosis can devastate families, and is known for his compassionate nature when handling medical malpractice or nursing home negligence cases.
Mr. Lane frequently lectures on personal injury, trial strategy and medical malpractice at continuing legal education seminars across the state. He is admitted to practice law in Illinois, before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Bar & COURT ADMISSIONS
Illinois, 1978
U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois, 1978
U.S. Supreme Court, 1996
Education
| School | Major | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois (Champaign-Urbana, Illinois) | Arts | Bachelor | 1975 |
| Southern Methodist University (Dallas, Texas) | Arts | Bachelor | 1984 |
Professional Affiliations
Chicago Bar Association, Member, Committees
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Member, Committees
Illinois State Bar Association, Board of Governors
Illinois State Bar Association, Charter Member, Special Committee on Professionalism
Illinois State Bar Association, Task Force on Professionalism, Charter Member
Illinois State Bar Association, Tort Law Section Council, Member
Illinois State Bar Association, Member, Legislation Committee
Illinois State Bar Association, Board Liaison, Committee on the Mentally Disabled
Illinois State Bar Association, Commercial Banking and Bankruptcy Section Council, Board Liaison
Illinois State Bar Association, Labor Section Council, Board Liaison, Delivery of Legal Services Committee
Decalogue Society of Lawyers, Board of Directors
Asian American Bar Association, Board Liaison
Illinois State Bar Association, Board Subcommittees on Insurance Programs
Illinois State Bar Association, Special Committee to Review ISBA Mock Trial Programs, 1989 – 1990
Illinois State Bar Association, Amicus Curiae Study Committee
Center for Elder and Disability Law, Board of Directors